The Chinese word 满 can be translated to “full” or “satisfied”. It is commonly used to describe the state of something that has reached its maximum capacity or potential. For example, when a cup is filled to the brim with water, it can be described as 满. It can also be used to describe a feeling of satisfaction, such as when someone is content with their meal or their accomplishments. In addition, 满 is often used in idiomatic expressions and phrases, such as 满意, which means “satisfied” or “pleased”.
Translation
Verb: to fill, to satisfy
Adjective: full, satisfied
Pronunciation
Example Sentences
| Chinese | Pinyin | Engish |
|---|---|---|
| 我的杯子已经满了 | wǒ de bēizi yǐjīng mǎn le | My cup is already full |
| 满满的书架让我感到很满足 | mǎn mǎn de shūjià ràng wǒ gǎndào hěn mǎnzú | A full bookshelf makes me feel very satisfied |
| 这个饭馆的菜量很足，吃一顿很满足 | zhège fànguǎn de càiliàng hěn zú, chī yī dùn hěn mǎnzú | The servings at this restaurant are generous, and eating here is very satisfying |
| 这个盒子装得满满的 | zhège hézi zhuāng de mǎnmǎn de | This box is packed full |
| 他的工作日程已经排满了 | tā de gōngzuò rìchéng yǐjīng pái mǎn le | His work schedule is already full |
| 这个公园的游客已经满了 | zhège gōngyuán de yóukè yǐjīng mǎn le | This park is already full of visitors |
| 我的心里充满了感激之情 | wǒ de xīnlǐ chōngmǎn le gǎnjī zhī qíng | My heart is filled with gratitude |
| 他的嘴里满是食物残渣 | tā de zuǐ lǐ mǎn shì shíwù cánzhā | His mouth is full of food debris |
HSK
满 is part of HSK Level 4 in HSK 2.0. In the newer HSK 3.0 it is part of HSK Level 2.
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